Yes, Let’s Change Australia Day to Australia Week – Including a Reflection Day for Our Past

Every year, Australia Day ignites passionate debates about its meaning, its date, and its inclusivity. While some see January 26 as a day of national pride, for others—particularly Indigenous Australians—it is a day of mourning that marks the beginning of British colonization and the long-lasting consequences that followed. Instead of changing or abolishing the day, we propose a more holistic solution: extend Australia Day into a week-long celebration from January 20 to January 26, with each day dedicated to different aspects of our nation’s identity and history.